Water Lily: An Oriental Fairy Tale (1888)

""The Water Lily: An Oriental Fairy Tale"" is a classic children's book written by Frank Waters and originally published in 1888. The story is set in ancient China and follows the adventures of a young girl named Ming-li, who lives in a small village by a river. One day, while playing by the river, Ming-li discovers a beautiful water lily that she decides to take home with her. However, little does she know that the water lily is actually a magical creature, and soon it transforms into a fairy who takes Ming-li on a magical journey through the mystical world of Chinese mythology. Along the way, they encounter dragons, demons, and other magical creatures, and Ming-li learns important lessons about courage, kindness, and the power of friendship. ""The Water Lily"" is a timeless tale that has captivated generations of readers with its enchanting storytelling and vivid illustrations, and it remains a beloved classic of children's literature to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.